In Ashburton.  Dearly loved husband of Lorna.  Father and father-in-law of Caryn & Erich, Tracey & Matt and Symon & Heather.  Grandfather of Thomas, Stefan and Fergus.  At Alan’s request a private cremation has been held.  Rest in peace Alan.

Passed away peacefully on Friday 27 September 2024, aged 88. Loved son of the late Tom and Winifred, and brother and brother in-law of Shirlee and the late Colin Smith, and Warren and Wendy. Loved father and father in law to Donna, Linda and the late Mark,  Murray ,the late Mark, Brent, and Craig.  Loved companion of the late Elsie. Messages to John’s family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Thank you to Methven House for their loving care of John. At John’s request there will be no service held.

On Friday September 27, 2024. Suddenly after a short illness surrounded by his family. Much loved husband of Marg. Loved Dad father in law of Aymie and Sam, Ross and Hannah, Rachael and Josh. Proud Grandpop of Rod, Zoey; Maddie, Harry; and Hunter. Message to Malcolm’s family PO BOX 472 Ashburton 7740. A service for Malcolm will be held at Mt Somers Hall on Thursday October 3rd, 2024, commencing at 11am. Followed by internment at Mt Somers Cemetery.

Aged 47 years. Much loved husband of Ruby. Adored father of Aidan and Emma. Loved son of Jenny and the late Hugh. Will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Messages to the Collison family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service for Alan will be held in our Chapel, cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Monday September 23, commencing at 10:30am followed by a private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

17^th August 1939 – 13^th September 2024. Father to Barry, Peter, Carl, and Maria. Grandfather to Rebecca, Jamie, Jayden, Brandon, Shosahna, Gabrielle, Chantel, Dylan, Aleisha, Jared, Teri, and Grace. Great grandfather to 19. Long-time partner Rosalie, Children – Greg & David. Former wife Jeanette. A Memorial for Bill will be held at Pineacres Restaurant and Bar, 740 Main North Road, Kaiapoi. On Friday 27^th September commencing at 2pm. “You’ll be sadly missed along life’s way, but quietly remembered every day, no longer in our life to share, but in our hearts you’re always there”.

GRAY Maurice Francis (Mori) – On September 12, 2024. Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Radius Millstream, Ashburton. Much loved husband of Shirley. Loved father and father-in-law of Darryn and Cindy, Tania and Murray Smith. Proudest Poppa of George, Holly, Isaac and Miller; Guy and Alicia, Kyla and Hayden, Jaimee and Jake, and doting great grandfather. Many thanks to the care given to Mori at Radius Millstream. Messages to Mori’s family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In honouring Mori’s wishes a private service will be held followed by private cremation at Ashburton Crematorium.

With the deepest sadness we announce the passing of our dear Graham on September 11, 2024, after a courageous battle, aged 80 years.  He was the most dearly loved husband of Jill for 54 years.  Dearly loved father of the late Dayle, and Jane Grice.  Dearly loved Grandad of Harry, and Pixie.  Our special thanks to Dr Penny Holdaway, Palliative Care, St John Ambulance and the kindest nurses at Ward 1, Ashburton Hospital for their caring of Graham in his final days.  Graham was brought home before his final eternal rest.  And may he rest in eternal peace knowing he was loved and had so much love around him.  Messages to 12 Ascot Place, Ashburton.  At Graham’s request a private funeral has been held.  Graham will be deeply missed by many. “You toiled so hard and we are so proud you are ours”

 It is with sadness that we announce the death of Trevor Greasley who Passed away peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, on September 9, 2024. A Greatly loved Husband, partner and soulmate for over 68 years to Barbara. Loving and Devoted dad to his children and their partners Diane and Roger Wilson, Adrian and Bronwen Greasley and David and Clare Greasley. A fun loving and kind Grandad to Vikki Wilson and partner Nate Pinnell Michael Wilson, Laura Greasley and partner Kristopher Dietrich, Joseph Greasley and Luca Greasley. Great-grandfather to Hadlee Wilson and Willow Pinnell. Brother-in-Law to Allan and Gill Short (England). Messages to: Unit 50 / 25 Charlesworth Drive Allenton, Ashburton 7700. The Family would like to thank Staff at Ashburton Hospital, Princes Court Life Care and Radius Millstream for their care and support. Barbara and family would also like to thank all Staff at Patersons for the respectful assistance given at this difficult time. As per Trevor’s request a private family only funeral was held at Paterson’s Funeral Services on Thursday 12th September.

At Ashburton Hospital, aged 72 years. Dearly loved wife of Neville. Loved mother of Richard, James and Karen. Loved Nana, sister and friend. Thank you to the staff of Ashburton Hospital for their care of Mary. Messages to the Bailey Family, c/- PO Box 472 Ashburton 7740. As per Mary’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

Peacefully surrounded by her family at home on the 2^nd of September, 2024. Loved and adored wife of John and dearly loved Mum of the late Tyler, Justine, the late Charlene, and Louise. Treasured Nana of Nicole, Rebecca, Luke, Max and Rhianna, and Great Nana of Elsie and Harper. Adored sister of Andrea and loved aunty and friend to all. Messages to the Boag family 30 High Street, Geraldine 7930. A service to celebrate Margaret’s life is to be held at HiltonView, 1094 Earl Road, Hilton 7991. On Friday 6^th September at 11am, and thereafter to the Mt Peel Cemetery.